Civil Court Project (Toronto): a Pro Bono Law Ontario self-help centre at the Superior Court in Toronto to assists low-income, unrepresented civil litigants. Duty Counsel for Law Society Discipline Committee Hearings: volunteer lawyers assist unrepresented solicitors at Law Society Discipline Committee Hearings.
Additionally, clients are often homeless children and adults, unemployed or low-wage workers, prisoners, or senior citizens. Legal aid/pro bono attorneys cover criminal, civil and juvenile rights cases.
Legal Aid NWT is considering a partnership with local communities to assist elders in preparing wills and powers of attorney. For information on pro bono opportunities in Nunavut, please contact the Law Society of Nunavut’s Access to Legal Knowledge program.
The CBA ’s Pro Bono Committee raises awareness amongst the profession of pro bono practices. If you are a lawyer, paralegal or law student looking to get involved, this information will help you get started. PBSC is a national pro bono organization with a chapter in every Canadian law school.